Triton Maxi ETA300 Operating And Safety Instructions Manual

Operating and
Safety Instructions

Maxi Sliding Extension Table

ETA300

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Thank you for purchasing this Triton product. These instructions contain information necessary

for safe and effective operation of this product.

Please read this manual to make sure you get the full benefit of its unique design.

Keep this manual close to hand and ensure all users of this product have read and fully understand the instructions.

CONTENTS

Symbols 2
Parts list 2
Safety 7
Assembly 6
Operating 7
Angle settings 9
Guarantee 9

SYMBOLS

Conforms to relevant legislation
and safety standards.

PARTS LIST

Table Assembly

1. Long Extrusion (2)

2. Short Extrusion Ass’y (2)

3. Scale (2)

4. Brace (2)

5. Corner Bracket (4)

6. Inner Bearing (smaller) (2)

7. Outer Bearing (larger) (2)

8. Fence Assembly (1)

Fastener Bag 1

9. Brace Bracket (4)

10. Flange Nut M 6 (14)

11. Hex Bolt M6 x 10 (20)

12. Hex Nut M6 (8)

13. Washer M6 (2 0)

14. Screw M6x16 (4)

15. Fence Clamp A ssembly (2)

Always wear ear, eye and respiratory
protection.

Outer Track Assembly

16. Outer Track (1)

17. Leg (2)

18. Foot (2)

19. Leg Plate (4)

20. Leg Clamp Assembly (2)

Fastener Bag 2

21. Hex Bolt M6 x 4 0 (6)

22. Nyloc Nut M6 (6)

23. Screw M4 x 10 (4)

24. Square Nut M4 (4)

25. Height Stop (2)

26. Coach Bolt M6 x 20 (2)

27. Round Knob with Nut (2)

28. Angled Tube Closer (2)

29. Flat Tube Closer (4)

Instruction warning.

Do not use before viewing and
understanding the full operating
instructions

Inner Track Assembly

30. Inner Track (1)

31. Support Bracket (2)

32. Skid A ssembly (2)

33. Front Panel Bracket (1)

34. Rear P anel Bracket (1)

Fastener Bag 3

10. Flange Nut M6 (2)

13. Washer M6 (4)

22. Nyloc Nut M6 (6)

26. Coach Bolt M6 x 20 (2)

27. Round Knob with nut (2)

35. Coach Bolt M6 x 12 (4)

36. Locking Latch (2)

37. Hex Bolt M6 x 45 (2)

38. Screw M6 x 10 (2)

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Fig. 1

15

15

10

Inset 1

Fig. 3

8

3

15

1

10

13

11

2

1

4

7

Inset 2

13

11

4

12

9

12

9

13

11

5

9

Inset 3

23

16

24

20

16

23

Fig. 2

14

6

12

3

1

23

29

20

25

27

26

315m m

315m m

23

21

19

17

17

18

19

28

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29

Underside of table

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Fig. 4

32

30

36

22

37

13

22

35

31

Fig. 5

Fig. 6

27

26

6.5mm
(1/4”).

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING. Read all instructions. Read all
safety warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions my

result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save these instructions

1. WORK AREA SAFETY

a. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and

dark areas invite accidents.

b. Do not operate power tools in explosive

atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.

c. Keep children and bystanders away while

operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
loss of control.

2. ELECTRICAL SAFETY

a. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never

modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.

b. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges
and refrigerators. There is an increased risk
of electric shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.

c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet

conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.

d. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.

e. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

extension cord suitable for outdoor use, this will
reduce the risk of electric shock.

f. If operating a power tool in a damp location is

unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply, which will reduce the risk of
electric shock.

3. PERSONAL SAFETY

a. Do not use power tools while you are tired

or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.

b. Always use safety equipment: wearing eye

protection, dust mask, non-slip safety shoes,
hard hat and hearing protection used in
appropriate conditions will reduce personal
injuries.

c. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is

in the ‘Off’ position before plugging in. Carrying
power tools with your finger on the switch or
connecting to power with the switch on the ‘On’
position invites accidents.

d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before

turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.

e. Do not over-reach. Keep proper footing and

balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.

f. Wear suitable clothing and footwear. Do not

wear loose clothing, neckties, jewellery, or other
items which may become caught. Wear non-slip
footwear or where appropriate, footwear with
protective toe caps. Long hair should be covered
or tied back.

g. If devices are provided for the collection of

dust particles, ensure these are connected and
properly used. Use of these devices can reduce
dust related hazards.

4. POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

a. Do not force the power tool. Using the correct

power tool for your application will be safer and
produce better results at the rate for which it
was designed.

b. Do not use the power tool if the ‘On/Off’ switch

is not working correctly. Power tools that cannot
be controlled by the switch are dangerous and
must be repaired prior to use.

c. Disconnect the plug from the power source

before making any adjustments, changing
accessories or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.

d. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of

untrained users. Store power tools out of reach
of children, and do not allow persons who are
unfamiliar with the product or these instructions
to operate the power tool.

e. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment,

binding or breakage of moving parts, and any
other condition that may affect the operation of

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the power tool. If damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use. Accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.

f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to
control.

g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits in

accordance with these instructions and in the
manner intended for the particular type of power
tool, taking into account the working conditions
and the work to be performed. Failure to use
the tool for its intended purposes could result
in a hazardous situation and may invalidate the
warranty.

5. SERVICE

a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified

repair technician, using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the power tool is maintained.

ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLING THE TABLE & RIP FENCE
STEP 1

Using the fasteners from Fastener Bag 1, insert 6
Flange Nuts (10) into each Long Extrusion (1) as
shown in Inset 1, (Fig. 1).

Lay out the two long extrusions and the two short
extrusions as shown in (Fig. 1), making sure that all
of the flange nuts are facing inwards.

Plug the corner blocks of the Short Extrusions (2)
into the ends of the long extrusions and tap fully
home with a mallet (or similar).

STEP 2

Turn the table over (face down, as in Fig. 2) on a
flat surface and loosely attach the Corner Brackets
(5), using the Hex Bolts (11) and Washers (13) into
the flange nuts. (Slide the flange nuts into position
using a screwdriver).

Ensure that the two printed corner brackets are
bolted with their correct edges on the same long
extrusion (Fig. 1).

Loosely fit the Brace Brackets (9) to the Braces (4)
using Hex Bolts (11), Washers (13) and Hex Nuts
(12). See Inset 2 (Fig 1).

Position the braces about 315mm in from each side
of the frame (Fig. 2) and loosely attach the braces

NOTE: The tool must be used only for its prescribed
purpose. Any use other than those mentioned in
this manual will be considered a case of misuse.
The user and not the manufacturer shall be liable
for any damage or injury resulting from such
cases of misuse. To use this tool properly observe
the safety regulations, assembly instructions
and operating instructions, which can be found
in this manual. All persons who use and service
the machine must be informed about its potential
hazards and be acquainted with this Manual.
Children and frail people must not use this tool.
Children should be supervised at all times if they
are in the area in which the tool is being used. It
is also imperative that you observe the accident
prevention regulations in force in your area. The
same applies for general rules of occupational
health and safety. The manufacturer shall not be
liable for any changes made to the tool nor for any
damage resulting from such changes. Even when
the tool is used as prescribed it is not possible to
eliminate all residual risk factors.

with hex bolts and washers into the remaining
flange nuts. Do not tighten any of the fasteners yet.

There should be two flange nuts left over. These
can be used later for fitting jigs etc (Fig. 9).

STEP 3

Turn the table face upwards and insert the Scales
(3) between the long extrusions and the brace and
corner brackets. Position them with the 380mm
ends hard up against the short extrusion on the
'map of Australia' side of the table. Push the scales
down until they 'click' into position, flush with the
top face of the long extrusions, as shown in Inset 3
on (Fig. 1).

Turn the table over (face down). Make sure the
corner brackets are pushed fully home into the
corners, and the plastic corner blocks are still fully
inserted into the ends of the extrusions.

Tighten the 8 bolts holding the corner brackets. Do
not over-tighten. (Tighten each pair of bolts a little
at a time, to ensure you don’t distort the frame).

Next tighten the 8 bolts holding the brace brackets
to the long extrusions, and finally tighten the 4
bolts through the braces.

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STEP 4

Plug the two smaller Inner Bearings (6) into the
corner blocks below the 380mm scale readings and
tighten using the Countersunk Screws (14) and Hex
Nuts (12). The two longer Outer Bearings (7) are
fitted to the corner blocks near the 1220mm scale
readings (Fig. 1).

STEP 5

Take apart the Fence Clamp Assemblies (15) and
reassemble them through the slot in the Fence
Assembly (8) (Fig. 1).

Turn the table face up once again. With the clamp
assemblies loosened, lower the square feet on the
clamp bolts into two of the table corner blocks.
Slide the fence along the extrusions to position it
wherever you like, and tighten the round knob to
lock it in place.

ASSEMBLING THE OUTER TRACK

STEP 6

Insert the Coach Bolts (26) through the slots in the
Legs (17), and fit the Height Stops (25) and Round
Knobs with Nuts (27) onto them, as shown in (Fig.

3). Attach the Feet (18) to the legs using the Leg
Plates (19), Hex Bolts (21) and Nyloc Nuts (22).
Note: the raised bumps on the leg plates must face
inwards, touching the legs (see lower Inset Fig. 3).
The feet should face away from the leg slots (Fig. 3).

Tighten the bolt which passes through each leg
until the feet pivot smoothly. The foot is designed to
swing around on this bolt for easy storage.

Loosen the large round knobs and align the cut­outs in the clamps with the square cut-outs in the
track. Insert the legs through the track cut-outs and
tighten the large round knobs to clamp. Now tighten
the Phillips screws (23). Slide the height stops up
the leg slots until they touch the outer track and
tighten into position. They help set the correct
height for future set ups, and serve as protection
against track slippage under heavy load.

FITTING THE INNER TRACK

STEP 9

Loosely bolt the Support Brackets (31) to the
brackets on the Inner Track (30) using the short
Coach Bolts (35), Washers (13) and Nyloc Nuts (22),
(Fig. 4). Do not tighten yet. Note the orientation of
the brackets in regard to the long overhang of the
inner track (Fig.4).

Loosely fasten the longer Coach Bolts (26) and
Round Knobs with Nuts (27) onto the support
brackets (Fig. 4).

Unscrew the large round knob (one turn only) on
each Skid Assembly (32) and insert them into the
ends of the inner track. With the skids pointing up,
firmly tighten the knobs.

STEP 10

Fasten the two Locking Latches (36) onto the latch
brackets using the Hex Bolts (37) and Nyloc Nuts
(22). Ensure the rectangular windows in the latches
are oriented (Fig. 4). Tighten the bolts until the
latches pivot firmly.

STEP 7

Tap the Angled Tube Closers (28) into the bottom of
the legs ensuring they are correctly oriented. Tap
the Flat Tube Closers (29) into the remaining tube
ends.

STEP 8

Loosely fit the Phillips Screws (23) and Square Nuts
(24) through the holes in each Clamp Assembly
(20) as shown in the top inset (Fig. 3). Tap the
assemblies onto the ends of the Outer Track (16)
locating the screws in the notches.

STEP 11

Fit the Front Panel Brackets (33) and (34) to the
left-hand side of the Workcentre (when viewed
from the front panel, which has the switchbox). The
brackets are left or right handed. The long edge
flanges should wrap around the faces of the end
panels (Fig. 5).

At the top of each bracket, use the bolt, washer
and nut which hold the left-hand bearing channel
in position. At the bottom of each bracket, fit the
Phillips Screw (38) and Flange Nut (10), do not
tighten yet.

Note: if you have a MK3 Workcentre or an early
Series 2000 Workcentre (pre- serial no. 305000) it

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will be necessary to drill the lower holes through
the end panel flanges. If drilling, make sure you
position the holes as shown in the inset in (Fig. 5),
to give you the full range of height adjustment in
the bracket. Centre punch the hole positions and

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⁄4" or 6.5mm holes.

drill

Fit the inner track to the Workcentre by locating the
coach bolt heads through the keyholes in the end
panel brackets (Fig. 6). Tighten the round knobs
and then temporarily tighten the four Nyloc Nuts
(12) holding the inner track to the brackets.

ALIGNING THE TRACKS

STEP 12

On Series 2000 Workcentres, push the legs of the
Workcentre diagonally outwards to ensure that it is
fully stable on the folding stand.

Position the outer track parallel to the inner track
approximately 700mm away from it. Place the table
onto the tracks with the inner (smaller) bearings
on the inner track. Always fit the table in this
orientation. Slide the table to each end of its travel
and adjust the position of the outer track. The
lengthened outer bearings make this a non-critical
adjustment.

Adjust the Phillips
screws until the heads
enter the rectangular
windows and the table
cannot be lifted.
(It will be necessary to
unlock the latches and
lift the table clear to
make these adjustments).

Fig. 7

STEP 15 - Fine-tuning the Inner Track

The last step is to fine-tune the inner track position
in the horizontal plane, to ensure that the extension
table scales are accurate.

Series 2000 Workcentres: With the extension
table fitted and locked, and the rip fence removed,
insert the standard Workcentre rip fence and set it
to 500mm using the end panel calibration marks.

Loosen the four nyloc nuts on the inner track
support brackets and adjust the inner track
sideways until both front and rear scales read
exactly 500mm, when sighting down the front face
of the Workcentre rip fence. Tighten the four nuts
and remove the Workcentre rip fence.

STEP 13 - Adjusting Inner Track Height

Next you have to fine-tune the height of the inner
track. Fit the extension table fence to the sliding
table so that it extends across the Workcentre table
(Fig. 12). Loosen the front bearing channel bolt
and adjust the height of the front panel bracket
until the bottom of the fence is around 0.5 - 1mm
above the Workcentre table. Slide the table to the
rear of the workcentre and adjust the height of the
rear bracket. Tighten the bolts and Phillips screws
holding the brackets to the end panels.

STEP 14 - Adjusting Outer Track Height

Next, adjust the height of the outer track until the
fence is level, and parallel to the Workcentre table.

Check the table throughout its travel for diagonal
rocking on the tracks, and fine tune the height of
the outer track if necessary. Adjust the height stops
on the outer track legs to lock-in the correct height.

With the sliding table positioned midway along the
tracks, engage the front and rear locking latches
(Fig. 7).

Assembly

MK3 Workcentres: Extend the extension table
fence across the Workcentre until the tip is level
with the left-hand edge of the saw slot. Check for
parallel by sliding the extension table so that the
fence tip runs the length of the saw slot. Loosen
the four nyloc nuts on the inner track support
brackets and adjust the position of the track until
the fence tip aligns perfectly with the saw slot at
both ends of the table travel.

To ensure the correct scale reading, position the
extension table with the front scale level with
the front of the saw blade and measure from the
blade teeth to check the scale reading. Adjust the
position of the inner track if necessary until the
scales are accurate, ensuring the track is moved by
exactly the same amount at each end.

Finally, double check the parallel alignment and
scale accuracy by repeating the above steps, or by
making a test cut.

Your Sliding Extension Table is now fully assembled
and ready for use.

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Using the Hold-Down Clamps

When cutting large or awkward pieces in any of
the Sliding Table modes, you should secure your
workpiece using the hold-down clamps.

Swing the fence

Fig. 8

clamps around until
the hold-down feet
0verhang the
workpiece. With the
fence locked, lower
the feet until they
press firmly on the
workpiece by
spinning the thumb wheels clockwise (Fig. 8).

Attaching Fixtures to the Fence

Two additional flange nuts have been provided in
Fastener Bag 1 for attaching fixtures or sub-fences
to the rip fence. Rotate the fence clamps so the rear
is level with the front face of the rip fence. Insert
the flange nuts into the slots (Fig. 9) and attach your
fixture using M6 bolts (not supplied).

Fig. 9

clamps around so they don’t overhang the
workpiece.

Ensure that the overhead guard is lowered onto the
workpiece. Press the sheet against the fence at all
times. When ripping large sheets the plastic skids

at the ends of the inner track will provide additional
support. For very large workpieces the Triton Multi­stands, (Fig.11) are better suited, otherwise have
someone assist you.

Fig. 11

When ripping thin workpieces you may need to fit
an edge support (Inset - Fig. 11) against the rip
fence, to prevent the corner of the workpiece from
dipping into the table openings.

MK3 Workcentres: to rip in the 260mm - 380mm
range, clamp a 1200mm long x 200mm wide packer
to the extension table fence, using the hold-down
clamps. When setting the desired width, remember
to add 200mm.

OPERATING - Table Locked

Lock the table using the front and rear locking
latches and fit the rip fence (Fig. 10). Set your
width by
sighting the
scales down
the front
face of the
fence.

Ensure the
fence is
always set
parallel to
the blade.

Turn the
hold-down

Fig. 10

OPERATING - Table Sliding

• Always slide the extension table the full length of

the tracks before making your cut. Check that the
rip fence clears the saw blade, and does not hit or
ride up on the Workcentre table. Check that the
sliding table does not rock on its tracks. Adjust
the outer track height if necessary.

• Use the hold-down clamps whenever possible.

Crosscutting

Position the rip fence (Fig. 12). When tightening the
clamps, ensure that the fence is pulled fully toward
the outer edge of the table, for absolute squareness.

For gauging lengths up to 1220mm, you can align
the end of the workpiece with the required scale
reading. For longer workpieces, touch the fence tip

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against the saw blade teeth and use this to align a
cutting mark on the workpiece.

Note: if you wish to prevent the gradual cutting
away of the fence tips (which were designed for this
purpose) attach a small wooden fence tip using the
screw holes provided.

Panel Saw

This position gives a maximum width capacity of
around 1220mm, depending on saw size. Position
the fence (Fig. 13). Ensure it is pushed fully toward
the outer edge of the table before tightening the
clamps, for absolute squareness.

Mitre Cutting

Mitres can be cut with
the fence set at a
trailing angle (Fig. 14)
or leading angle
(Fig. 15) and with the
workpiece in front
(Fig. 14) or behind the
fence (Fig. 15).

Assembly

Fig. 12

Fig. 13

Fig. 14

You can use the
Workcentre protractor
to set the required
mitre angle. Place it in
the protractor slot
(Fig. 15).

Align the extension
table fence to the
protractor in the
position which best suits your workpiece, then
remove the protractor.

Taper Ripping

For slight tapers on large workpieces (ie. doors), set
the extension table fence to Panel Saw mode and
insert a packer against it (Fig. 16).

Fig. 16

Tapers can also be cut by angling the rip fence
(Fig. 17). The required angle can be achieved by
using the Workcentre protractor as outlined in Mitre
Cutting (Fig. 14). A parallel sided packer will be
required to offset the distance between the fence
and the protractor in establishing the correct taper
angle.

If the fence hold-
down clamps do not
adequately secure
your work when
taper ripping, use
additional means of
clamping the work to
the sliding table.

USE WITH A ROUTER TABLE

Edge planing and trenching can be performed in all
modes of operation with a Triton Router Table.

Fig. 15

Fig. 17

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Edge Planing

For edge planing pieces up to 1220mm wide, any
length, use the Fixed Table position (Fig. 18).

Fig. 18

Set the extension table fence to the required
width by measuring the distance from the router
cutter to the fence, or by performing a test cut.

On early model Router and Jigsaw Tables set the
rear section of the router table fence flush with
the router cutter and set the front sub-fence to
the maximum depth of cut.

If using the Router Table model RTA300, remove
the fence and fit the guard to the tabletop.

Fig. 19

For planing long edges use the sliding table mode
with the extension table fence positioned as
shown in (Fig. 19). Use the extension table fence
to align the workpiece, and set the router fence, if
fitted, clear of the work.

Trenching

Trenching is possible in all modes of operation. In
the Table Sliding mode clamp a wooden batten to
extension table fence and extend it past the cutter
(Fig. 20). Run the batten through the cutter to
create a sighting notch and to prevent tear-out in
your workpiece.

Fig. 20

For long trenches in the Table Sliding mode fit
the extension table fence in the leading position
(furthest away from you) (Fig. 19).

Longer trenches can be performed in the Table
Locked mode (Fig. 18). Always use extreme care if
using the Router Table without the guard.

For large, awkward objects (eg. heavy staircase
stringers) it may be necessary to use the router
hand-held against a guide clamped to the
workpiece.

Always guide your work along the extension table
fence, not the router fence.

Assembly

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the purchaser of this product that if any part
proves to be defective due to faulty materials
or workmanship within 12 MONTHS from the
date of original purchase, Triton will repair, or
at its discretion replace, the faulty part free of
charge.

This guarantee does not apply to commercial
use nor does it extend to normal wear and
tear or damage as a result of accident, abuse
or misuse.

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